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Traffic Laws and Penalties Flashcards

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  1. What is the speed limit in a Delaware school zone when children are present, unless otherwise posted?

    Answer: 20 mph

    Delaware law requires drivers to slow to 20 mph in school zones when children are present, unless a different limit is posted.

  2. Texting while driving in Delaware is:

    Answer: Illegal for all drivers at all times

    Delaware prohibits all drivers from texting while driving at any time, including when stopped at a red light.

  3. In Delaware, failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights results in:

    Answer: A fine and points on the driving record

    Passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights in Delaware results in a fine and points added to the driver's record.

  4. What is the 'Move Over' law in Delaware?

    Answer: Drivers must change lanes or slow down when passing stopped emergency vehicles

    Delaware's Move Over law requires drivers to change to a non-adjacent lane or slow down significantly when approaching stationary emergency or service vehicles with flashing lights.

  5. What is the general speed limit on Delaware rural highways unless otherwise posted?

    Answer: 55 mph

    Delaware sets a default speed limit of 55 mph on rural highways where no other speed limit is posted.

  6. How long can a first-time DUI offender in Delaware lose their license?

    Answer: 6 months

    A first DUI conviction in Delaware typically results in a license revocation of up to 12 months, with a mandatory minimum period.